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'Save This Old House' Update: 2007-2008

You wanted to know: What happened to those gorgeous, ravaged beauties we feature in the back of the magazine each issue? We tell you which have sold, been demolished, or are still available for your taking

April 2008 Second Empire

Location: Monterey, IndianaStatus: DemolishedPrice: $35,000

After our article ran, this quirky 1867 Second Empire–meets–Stick Style cottage attracted initial interest for its original hand-carved brackets, squat mansard roof, and elaborate spindle work on the front porch. Unfortunately, an offer did not materialize in time, and the 2,400-square-foot home was ultimately demolished.